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£14,947
1,275cc-Powered 1959 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite
United States • 24 Sept 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1959 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite, a USA-sold model, features a 1,275cc engine and underwent refurbishment in 1995. It presents with a beige exterior and red vinyl interior, including desirable options like wire wheels and a Moto-Lita steering wheel.
Despite the refurbishment, the car has noted cosmetic flaws such as a rear dent, paint bubbles, and a worn driver's seat bolster, indicating it requires some reconditioning.
Condition
6
The car was refurbished in 1995 and had some parts replaced in 2016 and 2017. However, it has a dent on the rear left, paint bubbles, missing paint on the driver doorframe, and worn driver-seat bolster. These cosmetic issues indicate it falls into the 'Good' category, requiring some reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
AN5L19911
Odometer:
98,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
on Replacement Instrumentation Replacement 1,275cc Inline-Four Dual SU Carburetors Four-Speed Manual Transmission Beige Paint Cherry Red Vinyl Upholstery Black Soft Top 13" Knock-Off Wire Wheels Side Curtains Luggage Rack Lucas PL Tripod Headlights Dual Side Mirrors Moto-Lita Steering Wheel
This 1959 Austin-Healey Bugeye Sprite was acquired by the seller in 2015 following a 1995 refurbishment that included the installation of a 1,275cc inline-four.
Refinished in beige over red vinyl upholstery, the car features 13″ knock-off wire wheels, front disc brakes, a four-speed manual transmission, a black soft top, a tonneau cover, removable side curtains, a luggage rack, Lucas PL tripod headlights, and a Moto-Lita wood-rimmed steering wheel.
This Bugeye Sprite is offered with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, the owner’s manual, service records, spare parts, and a South Carolina title in the seller’s name.
Factory-finished in Old English White, the car was painted beige...
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£1,260
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,270
Median Price (Since 2020)
£72,478
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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